Blanket my soul
in blessed memories
even the ones that hurt
I want to see them all
when death comes for me
and my life flashes
before my eyes
Proof
that I lived
an active participant
that love was always there
and if I never taught
at least I learned
To carry that knowledge
that love
those memories
wherever I go

Always

As I entered this life
delicately draped
with a clean slate
I hope I leave
lingering dreams
for memories